With the recent passing of our veteran Calgary Hash House Harrier, Whale Wanker (Tom Wheeler), a tribute run was proposed to coincide with his birthday.
King Shit and On In volunteered to set trail starting from a known location on Kensington Road, Pizza Bob’s. The neighbourhood has hosted many hash runs in the past and was close to Whale Wanker’s was living.
A significant turn out of hashers arrived at Pizza Bob’s and the parking lot filled up with runners (and walkers).
This would be Pizza Bob’s
Once parking was sorted out, the group got larger as more hashers arrived.
Hashers gathering
The group was invited to circle up by Camshaft, who went through the announcements and introductions.
Circle Up!
Scooter Slow ClapStrap On Crampon and Huggy BearBooty Camp and Liquor LotsHump the Shark and Hot CheeksStool Stuffer, Sir Pukes-Alot and Va JJKarate Klit and HardlyTighty Whitey and On InScissor SisterMr. PeeeeeNutFlat and DastardlyMmmmm Lady FingerAll Hands On Dick, Rashy Bush and Slippy ThongJust DawnSlow ClapComes and Goes and Fog HornySucks EverythingNo HareSkully and LumberjackPyro and Cock TaleNot Too Deep and IceBagPyroKing ShitLying Sack of Shit and Boob Check
Knobby, Shack Shock and Daisy Duke
PMS
Shakesbeer
Beer in the RearMouthfulDirty Dancer
The hares were called into the circle to described the marks.
Let us make some marks here…Regular marksYou know what they look likeA sampling of some marks
The pack getting ready to do something
With the description complete, the pack was released to find the trail.
The Trail
Out of the parking lot heading west. Need to find the narrow passageway to the back alley to be on trail. Marks were found that indicated the true trail.
Finding trailBeer in the Rear and Slow ClapComes and GoesA moment of indecisionA fast pace strollPark AheadHump is a swingerAcross the parkShakesbeer post spinningThis could be a spinning thingHow much fun is this!Where to next!More swinningPark Art
This playing is tiring
PMS in strideThe group is followingBack alleyPMS heading to the regroup! In front of Whale Wanker’s placeWatch out for bikes!Back to the pub for the down down’s
Back to the pub, the pack settled in for the down down’s.
Pizza and beerYummy ChattingWaiting patientlySir Pukes-Alot in training
The Down Down’s
Camshaft was the Religious Advisor for the evening. The beverages were assembled and it was time to start the program.
Beverages readyCamshaft ready
The RA announced the choir will be PMS and Strap On Crampon. With great joy and glee, the came out to the front and sang themselves a suitable song.
Here’s to usWe are the best choir ever!Here’s to the hares!Hash archives from historySir Pukes-AlotJust DawnHot CheeksA collection of hashers getting a down downFlat and Tighty WhiteySlippery Armpit and Ben WahScissor SisterHump the Shark and Liquor LotsKing Shit with his emulation of Whale Wanker’s wardrobeHot CheeksAll Hands on Dick, Sir Pukes-Alot and Va JJNot Too Deep and Booty CampIce Bag – 269 Runs
Lumberjack – Shares some Whale Wanker memories
With the program complete, it was time to find a volunteer for next week’s RA. Thankfully, Strap On said she was IN.
RA down down, testing out the blue lighting effect! Camshaft and Strap On Crampon
With the down down’s complete, we were declared “on the piss”.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
A relaxing run of close to 5 km’s was enjoyed by the group. Fine trail by King Shit and On In and a fine tribute to Whale Wanker.
The variable weather in Calgary did not disappoint! From – 20C to +10C is a bit of a swing. The snow we had received was now melting into puddles and wet slippery ice. Perfect for a hash run.
Offside Pub & Eatery is an interesting place up Centre Street in the NW. Conveniently in King Shit’s neighbourhood, a great venue to set a trail from.
Summer picture
The pack arrived and waited in the pub for the run to start. Some of us that arrived fashionably late missed the inside part and went right to the circle that Camshaft has organized outside.
Yes, it is this dark at the run start
Camshaft getting the attention of the group
Hump the SharkHardlyTwistySlow ClapJust AndreaMmmmm Lady FingersKarate KlitSlippy ThongPMSMr. PeeeeeNutSnow BlowerDastardlyPyroWhale WankerKing ShitBooty CampCamshaft and Just AndreaShakesbeerCockTaleNot Too DeepOPP
Camshaft went through the announcements and introductions, then called the hare into the circle.
I have set trailIt will be wet and slipperyI have made marksAll you need to know about tonight’s trail!
The pack was released and stumbled off to find the marks and the slippery ice.
The Trail
Finding the initial marks proved difficult. Everything was wet and shiny. Hard to see the marks. Nevertheless, marks were found and the pack headed off to find the wet and slippery trail.
Glazed alleysVery slippery
Quality slippery ice
Shakesbeer and slow clap checking things outThis is the way!
At some point, Scoobie slipped on the ice and declared his run done. Limping to the regroup was his chosen course of action. Others continued and provided some pictures of the greatest trail I did not complete.
There must be a park somewhereSpinning tire funOPP charges offSnow BlowerSlow ClapFollow the marksSlow Clap ponderingOff we go!Is this light bright enough!Slow Clap showing offPMS rocking the new onesie Careful street crossingHump the SharkAnother Slow ClapWhat we are looking for!PMS assesses the park funSwinging it is!Just my sizeAm I too big for this ride?I am out of hereSo much fun!
With regroup coordinates in hand, the sacred vehicle was spotted with suitable refreshments.
Walkers fully utilizing the regroup
Runners make it to the regroup!
After we were done, it was back to the pub to get set up for the down down’s.
Offside PubFood and drinksChatting and socializingWhy are we waiting?
Food and drinks were acquired and the group patiently waited for the down down’s to begin.
The Down Down’s
The Religious Advisor for the evening was Cock Tale. His newfound enthusiasm for the group was rewarded with RA duties, coincident with his late arrival to the circle.
Cock Tale rekindled his RA skills and developed his program for the evening. Many tales were invented and he was ready to go. The beverages were ready and it was time to start.
Refreshments ready!
RA – Cock Tale
Cock Tale selected the choir of Hump the Shark and Hardly, and they proceeded to sing themselves a song and enjoy a down down.
We are the choir!
This is for you!I set a great trail….Just Andrea – new bootMmmmm Lady FingersScoobie for falling. KK stand in for Slippy Thong who got me to the regroupOPP and Booty CampSlow Clap and OPPAdd PMS and we are all number 1!Twisty, Booty Camp and Just AndreaOverachieving walkersDastardlyHash ShitNew candidateFits well!On the Piss – we are done!
Cock Tale completed his efforts and was rewarded with a down down. RA for next week will be Booty Camp!
The group settled into more socializing as the evening wound down.
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The running trail was near 7 km. An excellent wet and slippery trail on a warm evening. King Shit did a great job of making that happen.
With spring in the air, King Shit and Bacchanal volunteered to set trail on this mid April day. The weather was good and the hares had planned a multi stop adventure to celebrate the day. The start point was Citizen Brewing Company, a location familiar to the group. As this was a A to B run. the down downs were at a local pub called Offside Pub and Eatery. Some chose to park in between the A and the B.
The pack assembled at Citizen Brewing, some enjoying a pre run refreshment.
Pre run refreshmentA gathering
Getting ready for the circle!
Of interest, is that Citizen is next door to Pyro’s secret training centre. We now know how Pyro keeps in good shape!
Pyro Secret Society
PMS stepped in and sent us across the street to the customer parking lot to circle up. We had visitors, birthdays and a new boot, plus numerous versions of the hash shit available for distribution.
Looks like a circle
PMS starting the circle
New Boot – DesireeBirthday girl – Strap On CramponHow can I be this old?Slow ClapKarate KlitBooty CampAbandoned PussyXXX RaySnow BlowerInsane BoltPyroCamshaftShakesbeer and Hot PantsCharclitterieHump the SharkWeenie RoastLazy CummerStool StufferLazy Cummer and PMSKing ShitSlow Clap and BacchanalHot CheeksDastardlyMenage-a-trois and Mmmmm Lady Fingers
PMS called the hares into the circle to describe the marks. Bacchanal declared this to be a special day on the calendar, Cake and Cunnilingus Day (C&C Day) and that special treats would be available at the hash hold.
Bacchanal and King Shit give us a pep talkHere are some of the marks
Including viewpoint (VP) and trail treasures (TT)
There were multiple hash holds on the run promising some interesting experiences! As well, there was talk of five playgrounds for your playing pleasure.
We were directed to the first marks and the pack was released.
The Trail
Up the hill following marks that lead to a false trail. Around in circles through the alleys to eventually find true trail.
Insane Bolt not on trailAlleyways have marksUphill toward a viewpointTraffic controlKK leading the uphill trudgeViewpoint and Trail Treasures
Shakesbeer with a trail treasure and a viewpoint
After taking in the view and inspecting the trail treasures, the pack was off to find a playground.
Confusion on directionBacchanal is pleased to find this school!
Playground 1 achieved – let the playing begin!
SwingerEmpty pockets
Off to find more trail and what lies beyond. Where are these hash holds that were promised!
Slippy modelling her fine hash attirePMS high speed walkingFollow BacchanalMore upside down funSlide inspectionYippeee!Slow Clap with confidenceThe pack trudges onDowntown over thereLazy Cummer shares his magazineInsane Bolt catching up on his reading
Not enough pictures!
The first hash hold was discovered. With cake and jello shots celebrating the days theme, Cake and Cunnilingus.
KK and PMS at a relaxing paceKK looking for changeGuardian NomeHash Hold this way
These look yummy!
Gluten free and dairy freeHand picked jello adornmentsMinglingBirthday girl!I like these things!
Best day of the year!
With our cake and jello treats done, off to find more trail, parks, and the next hash hold!
Park aheadHump the SharkPMS and Strap On share a momentOff to the next thing!A popular neighbourhood venueSlippy sizes us the climbing opportunitySlippy climbs to the topSlow Clap goes for a spinI am not having fun hereThe “after ” shot post Charclitterie’s slideHappy slider!
Some neighbourhood features were discovered!
Snow Blower points out words of wisdom
Hump the Shark discovered a trail treasure that made him very happy!
Socks match the toys
Hump would like to take this in for a tune up!
Another playground was found. Much playing happened.
Hash Hold this wayAround backSecurity in place!Slow ClapSomething brown and something green!A gatheringPMS with a special beverage!
Off we go to find more trail and playgrounds! How long is this trail anyway?
More parks aheadCan not wait until this is done!Here – ride this!Looks fun and safe!Ground is bouncyLC securedKK goes for a rideWatch out for these legs!Desiree give it a trySoo much fun!I like this!Thumbs up!We are swingersSlow ClapStrap On readyKeep awayKK goes for a ride!
Thankfully, this last park was convenient to the regroup.
Regroup – refreshments!
Off to the Offside Pub for the down down’s. Conveniently located near the regroup!
Offside PubLet’s go inside!Nice and darkTable 1Table 2Table 3Happy HashersHappy to be hereI too am happy!
The group settled in and ordered drinks and snacks anticipating the start of the down down’s
The Down Down’s
The Offside was a bit crowded but they had what we needed. Hump the Shark assembled his material for the closing ceremonies. Down down beer was poured and Hump was ready to begin!
Ready to goHump creating more lies
A choir was chosen and Stool Stuffer and Karate Klit sang themselves a song!
Choir and Hump the SharkSinging us a songHares – Bacchanal and King ShitStrap On – birthday girlWeenie Roast and CharclitterieNew Boot – DesireeCrossFit PyroSlow ClapPMS – shoe problemNew Shoes!I do not deserve this!I claim they are not new – Hash decides differently!XXX RayHaloHash Shit is mine now!LC and Insane BoltWinnie Roast and CharclitterieBacchanal, King Shit and Hot Pants – new Hash shit for him!Sitting hash representative – Hot LiquorInsane Bolt – 100 runsOn the Piss
With the down down’s done, Hump the Shark declared us to be “on the piss”.
The group continued on with their mirth and merriment after a find set of down down’s.
We are all number 1!
Scribed by Skewbic Hair.
Trail Summary
The run was somewhere between 7 and 8 km’s. Not counting the long walk back to where the cars were parked. A fine trail with fun hash holds!
Hash Extra
Many photo’s were taken and shared for this run. Here are some to add to the experience!
Hash HoldWalkersAP auditioning for a horror part TreatsI like thisWork of artC and C dayTrail TreasureStrap On happy to have a birthdayLook at how much stuff was made for C and C day!
A Drinking Club with a Running Problem — The Calgary Hash House Harriers